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This beautiful collection of works from two of the most beloved religious figures of all time gathers the letters and writings of both Francis and Clare of Assisi in a poignant presentation on the power of faith and simplicity. Francis is one of the best known and celebrated saints, and is commonly appreciated for his love of nature and his devout life of poverty. Clare is the woman who lived his legacy in Assisi after his death, passing on his vision and his example. Together, they left a spiritual heritage that has captured the imagination of believers and nonbelievers alike, throughout the ages.

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Format: PaperbackNumber of Pages: 144Vendor: HarperCollins

Publication Date: 2006ISBN: 0060754656ISBN-13: 9780060754655

Publisher's Description

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This beautiful collection of works from two of the most beloved religious figures of all time gathers the letters and writings of both Francis and Clare of Assisi in a poignant presentation of the power of faith and simplicity that speaks powerfully to us in our hectic world. Francis of Assisi is a widely celebrated saint, well-known for his love of nature and his remarkable life of poverty. Clare is the woman who lived out his legacy in Assisi after his death, passing on his vision and his cause. Together they shaped the spirituality of early thirteenth-century Europe. Both born to noble families, they ultimately rejected their wealth and founded religious orders known for fostering humility, generosity, and devout faith, where communities of like-minded persons could live out a radical commitment to the gospel message of poverty. In the process Francis and Clare left a spiritual heritage that has captured the imagination of both believers and nonbelievers throughout the ages.

Author Bio

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The HarperCollins Spiritual Classics series presents short, accessible introductions to the foundational works that shaped Western religious thought and culture. This series seeks to find new readers for these dynamic spiritual voices -- voices that have changed lives throughout the centuries and still can today.